1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
