2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 263 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fiesta | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
