1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 1972 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
