1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
