1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 463 kg more than 1982 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 (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1982 GMC Jimmy | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Jimmy | Discovery |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2238 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |