2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1986 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1986 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rainier | Jimmy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |