2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina 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 208 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2590 mm |
