1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Camaro | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
