1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 154 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimmy | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
