1987 Buick Regal vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 540 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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 Regal. 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Regal | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |