1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 110 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 2000 Mercury Sable. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Jimmy | Sable |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |