1972 Toyota Century vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 Toyota Century. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1972 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1972 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Toyota Century | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Century | Sierra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3645 mm |