1973 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3380 mm |
