1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 35 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 387 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Jimmy | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |