1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 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 24 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 252 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. 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 1967 Riley 4. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Riley |
| Model | Jimmy | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
