1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Jimmy | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
