2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2200 mm |
