1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 440 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2789 mm |
