1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 35 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Sienna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 262 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 | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |