1997 Honda Life vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 24 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 111 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 795 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life 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, 1997 Honda Life 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Life | Firebird |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 5792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |