1982 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 19 kg more than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
