1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1981 Renault Rodeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1981 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault Rodeo. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Jimmy | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
