1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1979 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 636 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
