2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1977 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 980 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 GMC Jimmy (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1977 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | U4 B | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
