1994 Honda Today vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 946 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Today | Firebird |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |