1985 Buick Estate vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 485 kg more than 1987 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Estate. 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Estate | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |