1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1988 GMC Jimmy and 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 92 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1988 GMC Jimmy | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Jimmy | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |