1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70.
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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Jimmy | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
