1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 610 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | Familia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2200 mm |
