1974 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 760 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Pontiac Firebird | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Firebird | Today |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |