1991 GMC Jimmy vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 630 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Jimmy | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Camry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
