1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 995 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |