1977 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza is newer by 31 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1977 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 1977 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza, 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Firebird | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Venza |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |