1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 275 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage.
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, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Jimmy | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
