1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
