2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2270 mm |
