1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Lada 1200
To start off, both 1982 GMC Jimmy and 1982 Lada 1200 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lada 1200. 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1982 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Lada 1200 | |
Make | GMC | Lada |
Model | Jimmy | 1200 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |