1999 Audi A4 vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 9 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A4 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
