2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1046 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | 88 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2240 mm |
