1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Jimmy | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
