1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 9 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | NSX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
