1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 34 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 510 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
