2005 GMC Jimmy vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Jimmy (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 46 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Jimmy | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
