2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 500 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sonoma | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
