1976 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Firebird | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
