1977 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 124 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Tundra |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3270 mm |