1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Armada |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3140 mm |
