2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet 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 253 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 2083 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2833 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
