1982 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1982 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1982 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac Firebird | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
