2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 971 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Yukon | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
