1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 1982 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Land Rover | GMC |
| Model | 88 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
