1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Jimmy | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
