1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 24 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 550 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
