1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Carina | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Carina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3645 mm |
