1984 Audi 80 vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1984 Audi 80 and 1984 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 470 kg more than 1984 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 80 | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | 80 | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |