1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Riviera | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
