1983 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 17 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
