1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Jimmy. 1977 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
