1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2002 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 12 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 616 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2002 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Jimmy | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
