1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1989 GMC Jimmy and 1989 Mazda 323 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 98 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda 323. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (126 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323. 1989 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 323 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 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
