2000 Opel Omega vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Omega | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
