1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
