1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1839 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 110 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 129 L |
