1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda Tribute. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
