1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 14 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, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Jimmy | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
