1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1980 GMC Jimmy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4. 1980 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1963 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1963 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Jimmy | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Jimmy | 4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
