1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 37 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (274 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 640 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |