1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 645 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | 200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
