1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 828 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Defender. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 GMC Jimmy | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Jimmy | Defender |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |