1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
