1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 298 kg more than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Jimmy | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
