1974 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 238 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
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, 1974 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1562 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
