1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 164 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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.
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1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Firebird | Accord |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2799 mm |