1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 831 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
