1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1989 GMC Jimmy | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Sienna |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |