1954 Ford Popular vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Popular | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 4250 mm |
