1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 706 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda CR-V. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
