2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 257 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2430 mm |
