1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy 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 11 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 695 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
