1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 17 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, both vehicles can yield 130 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 573 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon 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 | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Jimmy | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
