1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 16 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 834 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. 1980 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1996 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Jimmy | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimmy | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
