1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | Activehicle |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
