1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage.
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, 2005 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1975 GMC Jimmy | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Jimmy | Sportage |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |