2002 GMC Sierra vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 GMC Sierra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1985 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2700 mm |
