1974 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 36 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 470 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Because 1974 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 1974 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3090 mm |
