1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 520 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2238 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
