1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 344 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 75 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
