1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy

To start off, both 1988 Avanti Avanti and 1988 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Avanti Avanti 1988 GMC Jimmy
Make Avanti GMC
Model Avanti Jimmy
Year Released 1988 1988
Engine Size 5002 cc 2471 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2560 mm


 

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