2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 30 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Jetta | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2560 mm |
