1987 Buick Estate vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate 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 24 more horse power than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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, 1991 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Jimmy. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1991 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 1991 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Estate | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1450 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 |
