1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 36 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 1976 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimmy | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2651 mm |
