1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 980 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | 323 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
