2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 645 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Corona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |