1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Jimmy | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2425 mm |
