1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1994 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1994 Nissan Presea is newer by 15 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 Nissan Presea. 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 1994 Nissan Presea. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Presea. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Presea 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 GMC Jimmy | 1994 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Presea |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
