1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 33 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 43 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1980 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3246 mm |