2005 Acura CL vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | CL | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
