1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 800 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy. 2005 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1982 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 1982 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2238 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
