1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 13 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 156 kg more than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 1990 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Jimmy | Safari |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
