1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 34 kg more than 1995 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Roadmaster | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
