1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 25 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 910 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1987 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Jimmy | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3099 mm |