1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 42 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Armada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3140 mm |
