1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 8 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimmy | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
