1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 7 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (162 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 509 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70. 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 1997 Volvo S70. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (221 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Jimmy | S70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
