1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 12 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 80 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 495 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Octavia 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Jimmy | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
