1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
