1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Subaru Legacy (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Jimmy | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2238 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
