1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 35 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, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 234 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Firebird | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
