1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 20 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Jimmy | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |