1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 468 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1975 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3240 mm |