1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 595 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | 626 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
