1974 GMC Jimmy vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 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 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Jimmy | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Jimmy | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
