1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimmy | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
