1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 885 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
