1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 416 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Celica | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 6547 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
