1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (151 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 484 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Jimmy | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
