1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 679 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964.
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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 964. 1990 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 964 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Jimmy | 964 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
