1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 1984 Porsche 930 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 500 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Jimmy. 1976 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Jimmy | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Jimmy | 930 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
