1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Splash is newer by 35 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 420 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Splash. 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, 2010 Suzuki Splash, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Firebird | Splash |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |