1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 37 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 414 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Camry. 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Camry |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
