1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Jimmy | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
