1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 520 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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1984 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Jimmy | Beetle |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2537 mm |