1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1988 GMC Jimmy and 1988 Mercedes-Benz S 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 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. (165 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1988 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 GMC Jimmy | 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jimmy | S |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |