1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Roadmaster | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
