1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 29 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 356 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
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 (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
