2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (285 HP) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (400 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
