1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, both 1982 GMC Jimmy and 1982 Jeep CJ7 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (81 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Jeep CJ7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Jimmy | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
