1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 15 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 385 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.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
