1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | 616 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
