1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimmy | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
