1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 266 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Prelude | Firebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 285 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 421 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |