1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 640 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Skylark | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |