2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady 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 (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2310 mm |
