2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Tahoe | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
