1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 954 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Insight. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 1976 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Jimmy | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Insight |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
