1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 17 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. 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 (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1988 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 1988 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | NSX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
