1978 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 695 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Firebird |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |