2002 Dodge Stratus vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2002 Dodge Stratus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 504 kg more than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1975 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, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stratus | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1884 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 |
