1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 835 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Jimmy | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
