1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
