1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 645 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Riviera | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
