1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1754 kg more than 1977 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 616 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3380 mm |
