1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Jimmy. 1976 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| 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 | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3250 mm |
