1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2720 mm |
