1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 484 kg more than 1989 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Taurus. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
