1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2003 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2003 Toyota Allion is newer by 30 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Allion (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 660 kg more than 2003 Toyota Allion.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Allion. 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Allion. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 2003 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Allion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
