1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 135 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
