1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 890 kg more than 1971 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Jimmy | Florian |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
