1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 10 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy. 1972 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
