1973 Honda Life vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Life | Firebird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |