1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 146 kg more than 1989 GMC Jimmy. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
