2006 Pontiac SV 6 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | SV 6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
