2008 GMC Sierra vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
