1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 570 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
