1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 342 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Avensis |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |