1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 274 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Jimmy | Rio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
