1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Corolla | Sierra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |