2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 352 kg more than 1989 GMC Jimmy. 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 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
