2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy 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 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Yaris | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
