1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 610 kg more than 1994 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | 626 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1220 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 |
