1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Telstar. 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 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Telstar | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
