2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2001 Dodge Stratus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stratus | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
