1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
