1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 345 kg more than 1978 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2720 mm |