1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
