1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 26 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life 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 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Jimmy | Life |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |