1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 25 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 751 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
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 (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |
