2007 Pontiac Torrent vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 27 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 2007 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Torrent | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Torrent | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
