1983 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 254 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Jimmy | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
