1983 GMC Jimmy vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, both 1983 GMC Jimmy and 1983 Vauxhall Carlton were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Jimmy | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jimmy | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
