1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 690 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | 1300 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2750 mm |