1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 16 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimmy | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
