1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1964 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1964 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac 6000 | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | 6000 | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |