1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 28 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
