1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 24 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, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | NSX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
