1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1980 GMC Jimmy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 84 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
