1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
