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 GMC Jimmy (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 745 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 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 | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
