2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
