1977 GMC Jimmy vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 550 kg more than 1979 Saab 900.
Because 1977 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 GMC Jimmy (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900. 1977 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1979 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1979 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Jimmy | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | GMC | Saab |
| Model | Jimmy | 900 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
