2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (285 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 722 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
