1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Jimmy | Regal |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2738 mm |
