1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Jimmy | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
