1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 19 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 207 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3110 mm |
