1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 402 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy. 1987 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
