1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 473 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. 2012 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1988 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 1988 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Jimmy | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
