1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 134 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Continental. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Jimmy | Continental |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
