1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Firebird | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
