1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 17 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 66 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Jimmy | Musso |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
