1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (91 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | 109 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
