2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2720 mm |
