1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 6 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 645 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. 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 1990 Buick Skylark. 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 (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Skylark | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1840 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 |