1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1982 GMC Jimmy and 1982 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 750 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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 (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Jimmy | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2238 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
