1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 33 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 447 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2685 mm |
