1969 Honda S600 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 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 (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1939 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S600 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:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | S600 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 129 L |
