1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. 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 1996 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1984 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 1984 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Park Avenue | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |