1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette 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 73 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1984 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |
