1963 Pontiac Tempest vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Pontiac Tempest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Pontiac Tempest would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Pontiac Tempest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Pontiac Tempest (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Pontiac Tempest should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Pontiac Tempest weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Pontiac Tempest | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Tempest | Carina |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
