1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Jimmy | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |