1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 298 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 1984 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Jimmy | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |