1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1989 GMC Jimmy and 1989 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 118 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Civic. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic. 1989 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1989 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
