2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LaCrosse | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2560 mm |
