2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Colorado | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
