1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1986 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Coupe | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
