1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. 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 (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Jimmy | 408 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
