1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 GMC Jimmy. 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 1981 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1981 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1981 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jimmy | S |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
