2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1451 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |
