1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 8 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 276 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Daewoo | GMC |
| Model | Nubira | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
