1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 756 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Firebird | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
