2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 19 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 316 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.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Tahoe | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
