1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 22 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Jimmy | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
