1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
