2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1972 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1972 Nissan President. 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 (488 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1972 Nissan President | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | President |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2860 mm |
