1987 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1657 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Carina | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Carina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 129 L |
