1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 41 kg more than 1981 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |