1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 356 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Jimmy | Forester |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2616 mm |
