2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 66 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 482 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Vibe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
