1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 32 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 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 Honda Element. 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, 2011 Honda Element, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Firebird | Element |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2576 mm |