1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 165 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 1999 Mercury Sable. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Jimmy | Sable |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
