1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1986 GMC Jimmy and 1986 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Kadett. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Jimmy | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
