1987 Audi 80 vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1987 Audi 80 and 1987 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 380 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 80 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
