1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 890 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe. 1987 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Audi Coupe | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | Coupe | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |