1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 984 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
