2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | Tiburon | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
