1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 925 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Jimmy | Avella |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
