2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 444 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ginetta G34 | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
Model | G34 | Cressida |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |