1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 945 kg more than 1985 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 1985 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 (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Jimmy | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |