1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 193 kg more than 1989 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth GTX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Jimmy | GTX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
