1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 27 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris.
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, 2008 Toyota Auris, 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Auris |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |