1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 9 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | NSX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
