2000 Toyota Celica vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (177 Nm). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Celica | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 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 |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
