1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 32 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Venza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
