1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Jimmy 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 20 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
