1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 294 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Jimmy | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
