1989 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Grand Am | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |