1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Jimmy | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
