1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
