2011 GMC Sierra vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 38 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Sierra | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2510 mm |
