2010 Kia Sorento vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 473 kg more than 1982 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sorento | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Sorento | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
