1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Kia Retona | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Jimmy | Retona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2238 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
