1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown is newer by 11 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 720 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Jimmy | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Crown |
Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |