1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 1979 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Quantum |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |