1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 30 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 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2238 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
