1977 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1977 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jimmy | C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
