1983 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
