2007 Acura RDX vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 32 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | RDX | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
