1999 GMC Sierra vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 920 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
