1991 GMC Jimmy vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Jimmy | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | GMC | Saab |
| Model | Jimmy | 900 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4297 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
