1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1977 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 484 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1977 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1977 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Spirit | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
