2001 Honda Life vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 752 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Life | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |