1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 294 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Reatta | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
