1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 28 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | Magna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
