1979 Buick Regal vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 450 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Regal | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
