1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy

To start off, both 1984 Avanti Avanti 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (187 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. 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 Avanti Avanti. 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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Avanti Avanti 1984 GMC Jimmy
Make Avanti GMC
Model Avanti Jimmy
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 81 HP
Torque 325 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2560 mm


 

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