1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Jimmy | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |