1979 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 371 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Firebird |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |