1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 401 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Daimler | GMC |
| Model | Conquest | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
