2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1965 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 771 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 1965 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Vibe | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
