1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 10 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Jimmy | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
