2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2480 mm |
