1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 34 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Roadmaster | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
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 | 256 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 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 |