1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 28 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Jimmy | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
