1983 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 192 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Jimmy | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |