1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Because 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Am | Auris |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
