1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 633 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | 1300 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3352 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3150 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 | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |