1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 606 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
