1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 170 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.
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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | GMC | Seat |
Model | Jimmy | Salsa |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |