1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1975 Chrysler Valiant and 1975 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 479 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Valiant | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
