1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 23 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 708 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (256 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 99 L |