2007 Honda Civic vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 68 kg more than 1991 GMC Jimmy.
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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Civic | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
