1974 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 GMC Sierra
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 830 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 1999 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |
