1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1990 GMC Jimmy. 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Jimmy | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
