1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 119 kg more than 1980 GMC Jimmy. 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Jimmy | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1949 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
