1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 29 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 207 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
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1984 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Jimmy | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3000 mm |