1991 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 758 kg more than 1991 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Jimmy.

Compare all specifications:

1991 GMC Jimmy 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make GMC Land Rover
Model Jimmy Range Rover Sport
Year Released 1991 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 208 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 624 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 2638 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4783 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1783 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2743 mm


 

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