1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 189 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Jimmy | Ram |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3560 mm |
