1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Jimmy. 1981 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Jimmy | 930 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 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 |
