2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 414 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma 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 Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sonoma | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
