1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. 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 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Sidewinder | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
