1969 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Firebird (330 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1969 Pontiac Firebird | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Cresta |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 197 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |