1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 742 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Jimmy | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Jimmy | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |