1982 Austin Marina vs. 1977 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 918 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 GMC Jimmy (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 1977 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1977 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Marina | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
