1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 616 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3645 mm |
