1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 9 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 79 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 554 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 1990 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S-MX 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 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
