1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 580 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 GMC Jimmy (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Sunny | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
