1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Jimmy | S60 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
