1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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, 2010 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
