1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza 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 64 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 904 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
