1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Sienna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |