1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, both 1982 GMC Jimmy and 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (89 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 495 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimmy | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
