1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 33 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
