1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
