1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
