1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa, 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Previa |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |