1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Jimmy | Forester |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
