2012 GMC Sierra vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 804 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Sierra | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 54 L |
