1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 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 55 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Korando. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Jimmy | Korando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
