2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 162 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 834 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 (489 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (325 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sierra | Toronado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 489 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2910 mm |