1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 923 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Sedan | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3645 mm |
