2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 34 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 762 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Materia | Jimmy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |