1983 GMC Jimmy vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 1983 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Jimmy | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
