1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 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 52 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 740 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Jimmy | 360 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
