1980 Audi Sport vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 884 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Sport | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
