1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Toledo. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Jimmy | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
