1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 26 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1981 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1981 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 79 L |