1987 Buick Estate vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 3 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 5 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Estate. 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Estate | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1880 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 |