1977 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 23 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Because 1977 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | Dion |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
