1983 GMC Jimmy vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 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 59 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 236 kg more than 1983 GMC Jimmy.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Jimmy | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2120 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 |