1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1976 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 710 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Jimmy | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Jimmy | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
