1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 1986 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Jimmy | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
