1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 780 kg more than 1995 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Seat Toledo. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Jimmy | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
