2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica 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 177 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G8 | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | G8 | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |