2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Armada | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
