1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1986 GMC Jimmy and 1986 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 620 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore. 1986 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Jimmy | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
