1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 431 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Celica |
Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |