1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 4250 mm |
