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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 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. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 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 | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
