1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1998 Nissan Presea is newer by 19 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, 1998 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 770 kg more than 1998 Nissan Presea.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1998 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 | 1998 Nissan Presea | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Jimmy | Presea |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |