1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 925 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Firebird | L |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
