1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avalon 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 281 kg more than 1990 GMC Jimmy. 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 1999 Toyota Avalon. 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, 1999 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1999 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
