1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | 3-Litre | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |