2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 943 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
