1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 271 kg more than 2013 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Jimmy | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
