1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 22 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 302 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
