1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy

To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 84 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.

Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Audi 100 (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Audi 100 1989 GMC Jimmy
Make Audi GMC
Model 100 Jimmy
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2460 cc 2471 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 120 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1404 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2560 mm


 

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