1996 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Sunfire | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Sunfire | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3240 mm |