2003 Mazda 6 vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 6 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
