2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 17 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Daewoo | GMC |
| Model | Kalos | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
