1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
