1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 279 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
