1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | 380 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |
