1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 41 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, 2011 Chrysler Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2011 Chrysler Voyager, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Voyager. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chrysler |
| Model | Firebird | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5792 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3078 mm |
