1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Jimmy | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
