1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 21 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Jimmy | Outback |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
