1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2006 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 36 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, 2006 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 238 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Torrent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2006 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Firebird | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5792 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
