1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 41 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 921 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3100 mm |