1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1987 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 464 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 305. 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 1987 Peugeot 305. 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1987 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Jimmy | 305 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
