1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1984 GMC Jimmy and 1984 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 GMC Jimmy (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. 1984 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1984 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 GMC Jimmy | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jimmy | S |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2744 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |