1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 337 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 1973 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, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1513 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 |
