1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. 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 21 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Jimmy | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Jimmy | Santana |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |