1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 119 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Jimmy | Sorento |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |