2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2002 Dodge Stratus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stratus | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
