1974 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 269 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 1974 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2775 mm |
