1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2001 Subaru WX 01 is newer by 11 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru WX 01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru WX 01 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.
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, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru WX 01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Jimmy | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
