1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica 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:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Celica | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3645 mm |
