1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
