2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sonoma | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
