2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Lucerne | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
