1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 189 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Jimmy | Ram |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3560 mm |
