2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 1989 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Caterham | GMC |
| Model | 7 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
