1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 17 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 256 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Crown. 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Crown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
