1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
