1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 984 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Jimmy | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
