1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimmy | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
