1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 970 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | 100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
