1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol 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 113 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 191 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol. 1990 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |
