1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 701 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (176 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Sunfire | Carina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 980 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
