1991 GMC Jimmy vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Jimmy | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Corona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4297 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
