1998 Honda Today vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Today | Firebird |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |