1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 40 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Land Rover LR2.
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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2659 mm |
