1988 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Firebird | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Tundra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 427 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |