1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 470 kg more than 1980 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Jimmy | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
