1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Century |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
