1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 20 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1987 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Jimmy | LR3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |