2009 Acura RL vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 36 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, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | RL | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
