1977 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 32 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 155 kg more than 1977 GMC Jimmy. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
