2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina 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 217 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. 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 1987 Toyota Carina. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
