1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 498 kg more than 1987 GMC Jimmy. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Jimmy | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
