1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy

To start off, both 1984 Fiat Campagnola and 1984 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (153 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. 1984 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Fiat Campagnola 1984 GMC Jimmy
Make Fiat GMC
Model Campagnola Jimmy
Year Released 1984 1984
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 80 HP 153 HP
Torque 151 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2720 mm


 

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