1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy

To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 16 kg more than 1975 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 1975 GMC Jimmy
Make Buick GMC
Model Riviera Jimmy
Year Released 1968 1975
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 5002 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1884 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2720 mm


 

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