1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 16 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 560 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Argento Viva has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Argento Viva |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
