1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 352 kg more than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Shuttle. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 1998 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
