1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 365 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 1981 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Argento Viva has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Argento Viva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Argento Viva | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
