1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
