1974 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara. 1974 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Lada Samara | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Jimmy | Samara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
