1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 580 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | 3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2639 mm |
