1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 534 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Tracker | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
