1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 736 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. 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 1968 Honda S800. 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 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | S800 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
