1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 810 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 1987 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 GMC Jimmy | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Corolla |
Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
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 | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |