1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 1989 GMC Jimmy and 1989 Suzuki Jimny 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 182 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. 1989 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1989 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1989 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Jimmy | Jimny |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 537 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |