1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1997 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1997 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 27 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 50 more horse power than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 254 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1997 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1997 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
