1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 932 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | GMC |
| Model | Silver Spirit | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2382 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2560 mm |
