1979 Buick Century vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 450 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Century | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
