1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1964 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 465 kg more than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1964 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | GMC | Riley |
| Model | Jimmy | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2190 mm |
