1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 284 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
