1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 26 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda S2000. 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2238 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
