1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 477 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Skylark | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |