1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 660 kg more than 1972 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
