1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 501 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Firebird | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7456 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |