1978 Buick Electra vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 153 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Electra | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
