1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 517 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | MR2 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5792 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |