2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Golf | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1321 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
