1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 34 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 706 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
