1975 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Corona | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 4000 mm |
