1974 GMC Jimmy vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Because 1974 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara. 1974 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Jimmy | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Solara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
