1979 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Am | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
