1976 Buick Estate vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 434 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1988 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 1988 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Estate | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
