1991 GMC Jimmy vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 286 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Jimmy | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Jimmy | 504 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4297 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
