2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Sierra | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6590 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2700 mm |