1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 26 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, 1978 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Toledo. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Jimmy | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
