1971 Holden Torana vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 501 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Torana | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
