2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 22 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 710 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. 1978 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm 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:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Prizm | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
