1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 15 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 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 55 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 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 1999 Toyota Vitz. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
