1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy. 1978 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Pantera | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |