2010 Toyota Highlander vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 764 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Highlander | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Highlander | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2670 mm |
