1998 Eagle Talon vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1998 Eagle Talon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1998 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1998 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 1998 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Eagle | GMC |
| Model | Talon | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
