1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, both 1982 GMC Jimmy and 1982 Reliant SE6 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 195 kg more than 1982 Reliant SE6.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Reliant SE6. 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 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | GMC | Reliant |
| Model | Jimmy | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
