1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica 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 67 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 892 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 GMC Jimmy | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Celica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
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 | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |