1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1967 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600. 1987 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1967 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1967 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1967 Honda S600 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | S600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
