1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
