1990 Citroen AX vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | AX | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
