1996 Pontiac GPX vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac GPX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac GPX would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac GPX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac GPX. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac GPX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 113 kg more than 1996 Pontiac GPX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac GPX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Pontiac GPX (454 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 1996 Pontiac GPX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac GPX | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | GPX | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5286 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
