2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1977 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 94 kg more than 1977 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 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1977 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
