1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. Both 1979 Chevrolet Blazer and 1973 GMC Jimmy are equipped with a 4,093 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 242 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Blazer | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |