1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 366 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Jimmy | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
