1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 39 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 282 kg more than 1973 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
