1977 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 620 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 GMC Jimmy (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Celica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
