1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 605 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. 1987 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am 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 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Jimmy | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
