1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 27 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 92 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Terrain. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Jimmy | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2858 mm |
