1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 40 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 725 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3099 mm |