1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 702 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Firebird | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
