2008 GMC Sierra vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1451 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. 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 Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. 2008 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1990 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1990 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
