1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 655 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Croma | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
