1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | GMC | Marcos |
| Model | Jimmy | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
