1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 259 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimmy | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2604 mm |
