1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
