2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 23 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sequoia | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Sequoia | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2606 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2560 mm |
