2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 868 kg more than 1973 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
