1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 895 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1960 mm |
