2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1989 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Acadia | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
