1999 AC Aceca vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 21 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy. 1978 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Aceca | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
