1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 GMC Jimmy. 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 1988 Honda Legend. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Legend |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
