1983 GMC Jimmy vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Jimmy | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
