1983 GMC Jimmy vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, both 1983 GMC Jimmy and 1983 Pontiac Phoenix were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 73 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 784 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Jimmy | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Jimmy | Phoenix |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |