1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 303 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2741 mm |
