1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 626 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3645 mm |
