1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mark II is newer by 22 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
