1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1979 Alpine A 310 and 1979 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 850 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1979 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1979 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Alpine | GMC |
Model | A 310 | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |