1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 38 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
