1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 18 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 600 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, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Jimmy | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
