1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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 (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
