1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1998 Toyota Picnic is newer by 22 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, 1998 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 462 kg more than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Picnic. 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, 1976 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic. 1976 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Jimmy | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Picnic |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |