2012 GMC Sierra vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1331 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Sierra | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Celica |
Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |