2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 21 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Mercury | GMC |
Model | Mountaineer | Jimmy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |