1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
