1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3645 mm |
