1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 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 119 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 924 kg more than 1984 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 1984 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1984 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
