1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 602 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Jimmy | Soul |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
