2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina 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 98 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 825 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. 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 1973 Toyota Carina. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
