2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |
