1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 21 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, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Breeze.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2000 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 2000 Plymouth Breeze 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 | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | GMC | Plymouth |
Model | Jimmy | Breeze |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |