1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 198 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1983 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | LeSabre | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |