1996 Dodge Avenger vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1996 Dodge Avenger is newer by 6 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, 1996 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Dodge Avenger.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Avenger. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Avenger | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Avenger | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
