1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 732 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Riley |
| Model | Jimmy | 4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
