1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Carina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1869 mm |
