1983 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 366 kg more than 1983 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimmy | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
