1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 750 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. 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 1996 Honda Ballade. 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 (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade. 1984 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Ballade 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
