1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jimmy | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
