1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | GMC | Daewoo |
| Model | Jimmy | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
