1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 25 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, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Safari 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.
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1979 GMC Jimmy | 2004 Tata Safari | |
Make | GMC | Tata |
Model | Jimmy | Safari |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |