2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 520 kg more than 1982 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Land Rover | GMC |
Model | Discovery | Jimmy |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |