2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
