2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 774 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer.
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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Explorer | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
