1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 955 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 1980 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Exige 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 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Jimmy | Exige |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
