1996 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 19 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 251 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, 1996 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, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Sunfire | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Sunfire | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |