2008 GMC Sierra vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 759 kg more than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2740 mm |
