1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 825 kg more than 1984 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Land Rover | GMC |
| Model | Range Rover | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
