1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 103 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2797 mm |
