1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 424 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 1990 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 GMC Jimmy | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Jimmy | 88 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |