1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Porsche 911 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Jimmy | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
