2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 18 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 77 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 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 2007 Fiat Stilo. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 1989 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Stilo 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:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Stilo | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
