1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 20 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 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 134 kg more than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Riviera. 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |