1949 Triumph Renown vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Triumph Renown | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Triumph | GMC |
| Model | Renown | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3645 mm |
