1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 827 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. 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 (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Mustang 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.
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1982 Ford Mustang | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Sierra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3645 mm |