1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 950 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimmy | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
