2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 146 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 2005 Dodge Viper. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
