1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 236 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1978 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Corona | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
