1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 205 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Bandeirante | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
