1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 21 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 593 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Jimmy | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
