1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 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 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 350 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Elantra, 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Firebird | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5792 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |
