2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Pontiac G8 (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G8 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | G8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |
