1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 28 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 792 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Jimmy | Freelander |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
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 | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |