1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 228 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Jimmy | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
