1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 27 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 812 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Armada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3130 mm |
