1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy. 1987 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | V8 Vantage | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |