1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Jimmy | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
