1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 630 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Jimmy | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |