1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 400 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
