1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 226 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 1985 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3246 mm |
