1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Jimmy | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
