2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 198 kg more than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Park Avenue | Jimmy |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |