1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.
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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Jimmy | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
