2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1357 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2337 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
