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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 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 402 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (172 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 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 | 1803 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
