1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Jimmy | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
