1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 940 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1982 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 1982 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2238 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
