1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1980 Austin Maxi and 1980 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 846 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi. 1980 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Maxi | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
