1999 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Bandeirante | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
Model | Bandeirante | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |