1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 210 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 1974 Buick Skylark. 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Skylark | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
