1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre. 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 1985 Buick LeSabre. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
