1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Micra 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 109 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 785 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. 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 1984 Nissan Micra. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Micra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
