1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 545 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord. 1986 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Jimmy | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
