1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Celica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
