1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 317 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
