1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Toyota Century
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Century. 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, 1982 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Toyota Century | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
