1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1986 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 4 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 330 kg more than 1982 GMC Jimmy. 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 1986 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy. 1986 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1982 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 1982 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 GMC Jimmy | 1986 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | GMC | Lincoln |
Model | Jimmy | Town Car |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2238 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |