1982 Buick Estate vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Estate | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Estate | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
