2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
