1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 660 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 1984 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 75 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
