1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
