1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 316 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Jimmy | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
