1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 715 kg more than 1976 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Jimmy | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Jimmy | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |